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<h2>\unitlength</h2>

<p>The <tt>\unitlength</tt> command is a
    <a href="ltx-86.html">Length command</a>. It defines the units
    used in the <a href="ltx-43.html">Picture Environment</a>.</p>

<p>The default value is 1 point (approximately 1/72 inch) but it may
    be changed using the <tt><a href="ltx-88.html">\setlength</a></tt>
    command.</p>

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    See also <a href="ltx-27.html">Environments</a>,
    <a href="ltx-43.html">Picture Environment</a><br>
    See also <a href="ltx-86.html">Lengths</a><br>
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